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Criminal History Records
http://www.wa.gov/wsp/crime/crimhist.htm
Source: Washington State Patrol

Information about the Criminal History Records maintained by the Washington State Patrol.
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• What information is kept about my criminal history?
• Who keeps a record of my criminal history?
• Who has access to my criminal record?
• How do I find out if someone has a criminal record?
• Where do I go to get a background check on someone?
• Is there a fee to get access to someone's criminal record?
• How long does it take to process a request for a criminal record?
• Is my criminal record public information?
• Can my criminal record be revealed without my consent?
• What law authorizes giving out my criminal record?
• What is the Criminal Records Privacy Act?
• What is the Child and Adult Abuse Information Act?
• Who do I contact about getting access to criminal records?

Vacating and Sealing Records of Conviction
http://www.kcll.org/vacationguide.htm
Source: King County Law Library

General information and guidance on vacating and sealing records of conviction.
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• Can I have my court record sealed?
• Can I have my court record vacated?
• What does it mean to have my court record sealed or vacated?
• If my record is sealed, can it ever be used against me?
• How do I get my court record sealed or vacated?
• Are there forms available to get my court record sealed?

Administrative Action Reinstatement
http://www.dol.wa.gov/forms/551233.pdf
Source: Washington State Department of Licensing

A list of offenses for which the Department of Licensing will suspend, revoke, cancel or disqualify a driver's license or driving privileges. Includes length of DOL's action, whether a hearing is offered, and the requirements for reinstatement.
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• For what reasons will my license be suspended?
• How long will my license be suspended?
• How do I get my license reinstated?
• Am I entitled to a hearing before I lose my driver's license?
• What actions will result in a suspension of my driver's license?
• What offenses will result in a cancellation of my driver's license?
• What offenses will result in a disqualification of my commercial driver's license?

Criminal/Felony Conviction Reinstatement
http://www.dol.wa.gov/forms/551229.pdf
Source: Washington State Department of Licensing

A list of offenses for which the Department of Licensing will confiscate or suspend, revoke, cancel or disqualify a driver's license or driving privileges. Includes reference to the relevant RCW, the length of the suspension, whether an Occupational Driver's License may be issued, and requirements for reinstatement.
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• For what reasons can my license be suspended?
• Can I lose my driver's license if convicted of a felony?
• Can I get an occupational driver's license if my license has been suspended?
• How long will my license be suspended?
• How do I get my license reinstated?

Women's Prison Book Project
http://www.prisonactivist.org/wpbp/
Source: Prison Activist Resource Center (PARC)

Information on the Women's Prison Book Project, which provides women in prison with free reading materials covering a wide range of topics from law and education (dictionaries, GED, etc.) to politics, history, and women�s health.
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• Are there any services that cater to women prisoners?
• What are the needs specific to women in prison?
• How can I get resources to help me while I'm in prison?